Dr. John CunninghamTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs (1) which matters were raised during General Ilter's visit to the United Kingdom;
(2) what was the purpose of the visit of General Ilter, Commander of the Turkish Gendarmerie, to Britain; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. HurdGeneral Ilter visited the United Kingdom for discussion of topics of common interest with Home Office, Customs and Excise and the Ministry of Defence. In Northern Ireland he was briefed on the principles underlying our security policy there.
Dr. John CunninghamTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if the matter of human rights abuses in Turkey was raised with General Ilter, Commander of the Turkish Gendarmerie, during his visit to the United Kingdom.
§ Mr. HurdYes. Every opportunity was taken to remind General Ilter that terrorism should be tackled within the rule of law and with full respect for human rights.